EHS Specialist

The EHS Specialist for planning, implementing, and managing local Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) programs, projects, and initiatives to maintain compliance and promote a culture of safety at the Vertiv Pelzer Point facility. Provides direction to the Pelzer Point management team for the development and implementation of risk reduction solutions, safety best practices, and continuous improvements to drive to zero injuries. Ensures strict compliance with national, state, and local environmental, health, and safety regulations and standards.

This position is at our Pelzer Point location in Anderson, SC.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Establish, maintain, and promote safety as a Vertiv core value and drive a positive safety culture.

• Provide EHS guidance and direction to Pelzer Point's Plant Leader and management team.

• Identify and prioritize EHS initiatives in support of business needs.

• Evaluate, develop, and implement required EHS training for employees, including NFPA 70E Training.

• Maintain data collection and reporting systems for EHS metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs).

• Coordinate EHS metrics and best practices with the Vertiv Operating System (VOS).

• Ensure new equipment, machines, workstations, and assembly lines are implemented following all applicable safety and environmental regulatory requirements and Vertiv best practices.

• Advise the local EHS leader on facility risks, incidents, actions, programs, and policies.

• Measure and monitor environmental impacts in conformance with Vertiv's environmental policy and government regulations.

• Establish, monitor, enforce, and improve EHS systems, programs, policies, and procedures to reduce or eliminate risk with the goal of zero injuries.

• Conduct safety audits, inspections, and hazard assessments.

• Maintain an employee safety committee, safety suggestion program, and safety promotional activities.

• Maintain site safety records, such as Safety Data Sheets (SDS), Job Hazard Analyses (JHA), safety training records.

• Maintain incident and injury records and logs as required by OSHA and Vertiv.

• Ensure all EPA regulatory requirements are met, including but not limited to, hazardous/non-hazardous waste, stormwater permitting, SARA Title III & EPCRA Title I/II reporting, SPCC Plans, etc.

• Ensure Hazmat shipping registration and vendor contracts are properly managed.

• Conduct incident investigations to determine root causes and implement corrective actions.

• Manage Workers' Compensation claims and attend hearings as required.

• Manage and support the Emergency and Crisis Management Response Program and local Medical Emergency Response Team (MERT)

• Normal work week is day shift Monday-Friday, but some after-hours and weekend work may be required for off-shift training, emergencies, or other special situations.

• Some travel may be required for training and cross-facility inspections and audits.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree required, preferably Occupational Health and Safety plus experience in Low Voltage.

• A minimum of 3-5 years EHS experience in manufacturing operations, with a working knowledge of OSHA 1926 standards.

• Broad knowledge of NFPA 70E.

• Strong organizational and research skills

• Strong analytical skills

• Ability to perform assigned tasks and complete work on schedule with minimal supervision.

• Strong knowledge in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and aptitude for learning new applications.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Strong customer service skills

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management and staff.

• Demonstrated leadership, interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to influence necessary levels of management in integrating safe and healthy behaviors in day-day operations.

PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

• None

TIME TRAVEL REQUIRED

• None

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv's Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.

OUR CORE PRINCIPALS: Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Diversity & Inclusion.

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

• Customer Focus

• Operational Excellence

• High-Performance Culture

• Innovation

• Financial Strength

OUR BEHAVIORS

• Own It

• Act With Urgency

• Foster a Customer-First Mindset

• Think Big and Execute

• Lead by Example

• Drive Continuous Improvement

• Learn and Seek Out Development

At Vertiv, we're on a mission to empower the people that will power the future. From a simple swipe to life-changing medicines, from push notifications to generative AI. We design, manufacture, and service the products and solutions that keep the world connected. With $6.9 billion in revenue, a strong customer base and global reach spanning nearly 70 countries, we are uniquely positioned to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people.

Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to help.join@vertivco.com. If you are interested in applying or learning more about this role, please visit the company's career page located on Vertiv.com/Careers

Work Authorization

No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.